Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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